ONET Occupations » 49-3052.00

Motorcycle Mechanics

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, dirt bikes, or similar motorized vehicles.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.55)
  2. Operate, drive - Things (4.28)
  3. Interview, draw out - People (4.25)
  4. Repair - Things (4.14)
  5. Shape, model, sculpt - Things (4.05)
  6. Set up, assemble - Things (4.05)
  7. Make, produce, manufacture - Things (4.05)
  8. Follow through, get things done - People (4.00)
  9. Finish, restore, preserve - Things (3.93)
  10. Cut, carve, chisel - Things (3.93)
  11. Use my body, hands, fingers, with unusual dexterity or strength - Things (3.88)
  12. Manipulate - Things (3.88)
  13. Use my intuition - Data (3.75)
  14. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.75)
  15. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (3.75)
  16. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (3.68)
  17. Use my brain - Data (3.63)
  18. Listen - People (3.63)
  19. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.58)
  20. Supervise, manage - People (3.52)
  21. Communicate well, in person - People (3.50)
  22. Solve problems - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Repairing (4.00)
  2. Active Listening (3.62)
  3. Troubleshooting (3.62)
  4. Complex Problem Solving (3.50)
  1. Manual Dexterity (3.88)
  2. Problem Sensitivity (3.75)
  3. Arm-Hand Steadiness (3.75)
  4. Hearing Sensitivity (3.75)
  5. Oral Comprehension (3.63)
  6. Deductive Reasoning (3.63)
  7. Inductive Reasoning (3.63)
  8. Near Vision (3.63)
  9. Oral Expression (3.50)
  10. Finger Dexterity (3.50)
  11. Control Precision (3.50)
  12. Multilimb Coordination (3.50)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.55)
  2. Dependability (4.47)
  3. Integrity (4.16)
  4. Initiative (4.09)
  5. Persistence (4.00)
  6. Stress Tolerance (3.86)
  7. Achievement/Effort (3.83)
  8. Independence (3.82)
  9. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.79)
  10. Analytical Thinking (3.62)
  11. Innovation (3.58)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (4.28)
  2. Getting Information (4.25)
  3. Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (4.14)
  4. Handling and Moving Objects (4.05)
  5. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.02)
  6. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.01)
  7. Controlling Machines and Processes (3.93)
  8. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (3.92)
  9. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (3.88)
  10. Analyzing Data or Information (3.80)
  11. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.76)
  12. Training and Teaching Others (3.75)
  13. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.68)
  14. Performing General Physical Activities (3.66)
  15. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.66)
  16. Coaching and Developing Others (3.59)
  17. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People (3.56)
  18. Provide Consultation and Advice to Others (3.56)
  19. Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (3.52)
  1. Test Operate Vehicles Before Or After Repair (4.28)
  2. Read Specifications (4.25)
  3. Read Schematics (4.25)
  4. Read Technical Drawings (4.25)
  5. Read Work Order, Instructions, Formulas, Or Processing Charts (4.25)
  6. Read Vehicle Manufacturer's Specifications (4.25)
  7. Obtain Information From Clients, Customers, Or Patients (4.25)
  8. Test Mechanical Products Or Equipment (4.14)
  9. Adjust Or Set Mechanical Controls Or Components (4.14)
  10. Align Or Adjust Clearances Of Mechanical Components Or Parts (4.14)
  11. Assemble, Dismantle, Or Reassemble Equipment Or Machinery (4.14)
  12. Align Or Adjust Clearances Of Vehicle Body Parts Or Components (4.14)
  13. Inspect Machinery Or Equipment To Determine Adjustments Or Repairs Needed (4.14)
  14. Overhaul Vehicle Major Operating Units, Such As Engines Or Transmissions (4.14)
  15. Conduct Tests To Locate Mechanical System Malfunction (4.14)
  16. Repair Or Replace Malfunctioning Or Worn Mechanical Components (4.14)
  17. Service Vehicle With Water, Fuel, Or Oil (4.14)
  18. Diagnose Mechanical Problems In Machinery Or Equipment (4.14)
  19. Maintain Welding Machines Or Equipment (4.14)
  20. Diagnose Malfunctioning Vehicle Systems (4.14)
  21. Fabricate, Assemble, Or Disassemble Manufactured Products By Hand (4.05)
  22. Identify Properties Of Metals For Repair Or Fabrication Activities (4.01)
  23. Understand Service Or Repair Manuals (4.01)
  24. Understand Technical Operating, Service Or Repair Manuals (4.01)
  25. Solder Vehicle Components (3.93)
  26. Use Acetylene Welding/Cutting Torch (3.93)
  27. Use Electronic Calibration Devices (3.93)
  28. Use Engine Diagnostic Equipment (3.93)
  29. Use Arc Welding Equipment (3.93)
  30. Weld Together Metal Parts, Components, Or Structures (3.93)
  31. Operate Vehicle Engine Electrical System Test Equipment (3.93)
  32. Use Auto Or Vehicular Body Repair Equipment (3.93)
  33. Use Machine Tools In Installation, Maintenance, Or Repair (3.93)
  34. Use Electrical Or Electronic Test Devices Or Equipment (3.93)
  35. Use Hand Or Power Tools (3.93)
  36. Set Up And Operate Variety Of Machine Tools (3.93)
  37. Use Pneumatic Tools (3.93)
  38. Use Precision Measuring Devices In Mechanical Repair Work (3.93)
  39. Use Voltmeter, Ammeter, Or Ohmmeter (3.93)
  40. Use Knowledge Of Metric System (3.68)
  41. Use 2-Cycle Engine Technology (3.68)
  42. Follow Vehicle Repair Procedures (3.68)
  43. Use Knowledge Of Welding Filler Rod Types (3.68)
  44. Use Oral Or Written Communication Techniques (3.68)
  45. Follow Safe Waste Disposal Procedures (3.68)
  46. Use Combination Welding Procedures (3.68)
  47. Repair Vehicle Body Parts (3.66)
  48. Move Or Fit Heavy Objects (3.66)